Leiestreek Travel Guide
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Ghent City Centre
Historical sites, cafes and museums are some highlights of Ghent City Centre. Make a stop by Masons' Guild Hall or Belfry of Ghent while you're exploring.

Kunstenkwartier
Kunstenkwartier is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like St. Peter's Square and St. Peter's Abbey.

Stationsbuurt Noord
Unique features of Stationsbuurt Noord include the historical sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Ghent University Botanical Garden or Museum of Fine Arts while you're exploring the area.

Graslei and Korenlei
If you're spending some time in Graslei and Korenlei, Korenmarkt Square and St. Michael's Bridge are top sights worth seeing.

Heilig Kerst
Travellers like the theatres in Heilig Kerst, and World of Kina: The Garden is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Patershol
Patershol is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Gravensteen Castle and Old Fish Market.

Van der Valk Hotel Gent
We had a one night, but very nice stay there. Very nice rooms. I wouldnt want to stay anywhere else when I'm in the area.
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
Great hotel, central location. Really enjoyed our stay. Breakfast was good. Would stay again
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent by IHG
Stannade en natt. Trevligt bemötande. Allt till belåtenhet. Frukosten utmärkt. Att ta sig till och från hotellet utan bil på kvällen inte helt lätt. Finns spårvagn på gångavstånd (20 min). Ingen buss. Taxi finns förstås.
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Getaway Studios Gent
All good, location, clean, comfort, recommend
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Adagio Access Gent Centrum Dampoort
What a lovely hotel! We stayed with our two children in a studio and the room was perfect. Plenty of room and great facilities. The little kitchen was an absolute bonus and plenty of room to cook if you wanted to. Walkable to the centre and the dock area was an interesting walk too. Great pizza in ...
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

The Hide
Fantastic apartment in an excellent location. Really clean and comfortable with all amenities you could hope for. Would definitely recommend and would stay again if in the area.
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025
Popular places to visit

Gravensteen Castle
One of the only remaining medieval castles in Flanders, this historic fortress provides a fascinating insight into the weaponry, culture, and drama of Ghent’s past.

Saint Bavo Cathedral
One of the iconic Three Towers of Ghent, this historic cathedral is known for its outstanding collection of art.

Ghent Town Hall
See one of the city’s most unusual landmarks, a striking building constructed over the course of almost four centuries.

Citadel Park
This popular public park is among the most important green spaces in the city, home to pleasant paths and several unique museums.

Belfry of Ghent
Visit one of Ghent’s most famous attractions, an imposing tower that defines the city’s skyline and symbolizes its independence.

St. Nicholas' Church
A beautiful example of Scheldt Gothic architecture, this striking blue-gray church is among the oldest landmarks in the city.